Water Plant Operator in Training

City of Baytown; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Baytown is seeking a motivated individual as a Water Plant Operator in Training. The role involves learning to operate and maintain water treatment systems, with an emphasis on public health and safety, and provides opportunities for skills development in facilities management and groundskeeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable record.
• Prior custodial and groundskeeping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily upkeep of the water treatment plant.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment.
• Assist senior operators with process control.

Skills

Ability to operate equipment

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Buffers

Tractors

Mowers

Edgers

Trimmers

Trucks

Job description

We're seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Water Plant Operator in Training. This role involves learning to operate, monitor, and maintain water treatment systems to ensure safe and efficient service. No prior experience required—just a willingness to learn and a commitment to public health and safety.

The responsibilities include:

• Performing daily upkeep of the water treatment plant and janitorial duties of the facility.
• Operating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment.
• Maintaining a neat and clean appearance of buildings and grounds.
• On-call responsibilities.
• Custodial duties in administration and maintenance buildings, including inventory management of cleaning and sanitary products.
• Maintaining the plant grounds (64 acres) and performing minor repairs on lawn equipment.
• Performing electrical and mechanical maintenance on selected equipment.
• Retrieving supplies from vendors.
• Assisting senior operators with process control, chemical receipt, and operational procedures.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements include:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).

Preferred qualifications include:

• Prior custodial and groundskeeping experience.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance of grounds equipment.
• Class C Surface Water Treatment Certification from TCEQ.
• Understanding of pumps and motors.

Ability to operate equipment such as buffers, tractors, mowers, edgers, trimmers, and trucks. Ability to work well with co-workers and the public.

At the City of Baytown, we value diversity and encourage contributions from all individuals. Attendance is essential, and overtime may be required, especially during emergencies or evacuations.

The position involves medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.